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Entry level
£18k – £24k (apprentice / newly qualified)
Mid-career (typical)
£24k – £48k
Senior / lead
£40k – £60k+ (self-employed / contractor)
What you'll do
A day in the life
- Install wiring, lighting and consumer units
- Diagnose and repair electrical faults
- Complete safety inspections and testing
- Read technical drawings
- Manage your own tools and van
The path
Your career roadmap
Every milestone from school to senior. Track progress as you complete each stage.
- 12 yrs
GCSEs
educationMaths, English and Science.
- 21 yr
Level 2 Diploma
qualificationCollege-based intro to electrical installation.
- 33–4 yrs
Apprenticeship
experienceEarn while you learn with an employer.
- 41 yr
Level 3 Diploma / AM2
qualificationFinal assessment to qualify.
- 51 wk
18th Edition Regs
certificationWiring regulations certification.
- 6—
ECS Gold Card
certificationProve your competence to work on-site.
- 72+ yrs
Approved Electrician
roleIndependent competent electrician.
- 85+ yrs
Self-Employed / Master
roleRun your own business or lead teams.
What you need
Skills you'll build
Wiring regulations (BS 7671)Safety awarenessProblem solvingCustomer service
Qualifications
- GCSEs
- Level 2 & 3 Diploma in Electrical Installation
- Apprenticeship (3–4 yrs)
Certifications
- ECS Gold Card
- 18th Edition Wiring Regs
- NICEIC Registration
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